Kim Coon

Kim Coon is a familiar face in the motorsports industry. She has spent the last ten years covering NASCAR, ARCA and motorcycle racing and recently has been seen co-hosting “Off The Grid” on NBC Sports as well as NASCAR’s popular “Glass Case of Emotion” podcast with driver Ryan Blaney.

She is best known for serving as an official spokesperson for NASCAR – acting as a liaison between fans and the exciting world of racing, while activating the title sponsor’s strategic plan through social media, broadcast channels and trackside events.

She currently serves as a pit road reporter for MRN in all three national NASCAR series. When she isn’t at a race track, she’s busy hosting digital assets and live events for NASCAR. Kim also regularly joins the morning news broadcast for WCCB Charlotte, The CW.

Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, Kim got her bachelor’s from the University of Miami (FL), where she double majored in Broadcasting and Religious Studies. She received her master’s in Integrated Marketing Communications from the University of Alabama. While attending Miami, Kim was a member of the university’s dance team. She also spent two seasons cheering in the NFL for the Carolina Panthers.

She currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kim loves getting her hands dirty with DIY home improvement projects, antique hunting and painting. She is also an avid reader and is always eager to loan from her collection of books.

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Talk, Truth, Tea: The Second Season Of "Sullivan's Crossing" Premieres Tonight

Maggie Sullivan returns to the Crossing to find Sully in the hospital, struggling with the feeling that he's forgotten something.

Biden-Harris Administration Provides Updates On Federal Response To Hurricane Helene Damage In North Carolina And South Carolina

The Biden-Harris Administration provides updates on the federal response to Hurricane Helene in North Carolina and South Carolina.

Volunteers Dropping Everything To Help Victims of Helene In Western NC

Helene tore through western North Carolina, dumping more than a foot of heavy rainfall, causing deadly flash flooding and devastation. Thousands of volunteers have dropped everything to help with the massive relief effort that is now underway.

High Pressure Brings Quiet, But Warm End To Work Week

A weak cold front will bring an isolated shower today with highs reaching the low 80s. Dry and mild through Friday with cooler, more crisp conditions early next week.

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Truist Foundation Increases Hurricane Helene Relief, Recovery Support To $1 Million

Truist Foundation today announced it will donate an additional $500,000 to support relief and recovery efforts in communities most impacted by the historic destruction from Hurricane Helene, including Western North Carolina, making its total contributions $1 million.

How You Can Support Cajun Navy's Relief Efforts in Western NC

The United Cajun Navy is on the ground helping local communities hit hardest by Hurricane Helene. Here's how you can support their relief efforts:

Local Organization That Flies In And Out Of Remote Jungles Puts Skills To Use In The NC Mountains

A local organization used to running mission trips in and out of remote jungles across the world is using its skills and aircraft to help our neighbors in the mountains. Here's a look at what the Jungle Aviation and Relay Service - or JAARS - is doing.

Isolated Evening Showers; Wednesday Morning Fog

Alerts: Flood Warning in effect until 2 AM Wednesday for parts of Mecklenburg and Gaston counties. This is for the Riverside Dr. area. Forecast: Tonight: Isolated evening showers. Patchy fog. Lows: Mid 60s.…

Officials: Two People Die in Landslides in Watauga County

Officials say two people died in landslides in Watauga County. Five days later after the storm, emergency officials say conditions are slowly improving but there’s still a long way to full recovery.

Lowe's Pledges $2 Million to Support Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts

Lowe's is donating $2 million to support relief efforts in response to the catastrophic and multi-state impact of Hurricane Helene. Lowe's donation will assist its nonprofit partners and first responders, helping these organizations respond to critical needs like emergency shelter, food and water while also supporting long-term rebuilding and recovery.